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Rich in history and culture, Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city and the second largest in the country. Edinburgh is home to dozens of important cultural landmarks and attractions such as the Edinburgh Castle, the National Gallery of Scotland, and the annual Fringe Festival for the performing arts. Accommodations in Edinburgh range from very luxurious to very modest, so there are plenty of cheap places to stay around town. Many cheap hotels in the city are located well outside the city center whereas others are within easy walking distance of major sites and attractions.

Allison House Hotel

This charming, budget-friendly hotel on Edinburgh’s south side is housed in an old Georgian-style building. Guests enjoy convenient access by bus to all the main downtown tourist attractions, and the hotel is situated near all major road, rail, and air links in the city. Newly refurbished bedrooms feature private bathrooms, TV, wireless Internet access, telephone, hairdryer, ironing board, and complimentary tea and coffee. Allison House also offers special three-day “city breaks” that include three nights with bed and breakfast, one dinner at a local restaurant, lunch at Harvey Nichol’s 4th Floor Restaurant, a three-day bus pass, and entry to both the Scotch Whiskey Heritage Museum and Edinburgh Castle. Allison House’s friendly local staff provides all the info you need to enjoy Edinburgh’s excellent theater, shopping, and nightlife scenes.

Allison House Hotel

17 Mayfield Gardens

Edinburgh, Scotland EH9 2AX

United Kingdom

011-44-131-667-8049

allisonhousehotel.com

Merith House Hotel

Without the added costs of an on-site bar or restaurant, Merith House Hotel is able to keep rates especially low. This hotel offers an excellent location within easy reach of the major tourist attractions like the Place of Holyrood, the Royal Botanical Gardens, Edinburgh Castle and the Malt Whiskey Heritage Centre. Guests enjoy free street parking and complimentary continental breakfast every morning. Rooms are centrally heated and include LCD TV, tea and coffee making facilities, daily maid service and views of Leith Links golf course. Numerous bars and restaurants are located within walking distance, as well as excellent shopping on Princes Street and the Royal Mile.

Merith House Hotel

2-3 Hermitage Place

Edinburgh, Scotland EH6 8AF

United Kingdom

011-44-131-554-5045

merithhousehotel.co.uk

The Osbourne Hotel

This simple hotel in the heart of Edinburgh provides close proximity to St. Andrew’s Bus Station, Waverly Train Station, and the major downtown tourist destinations. Parking is not allowed on site, but there are two conveniently located multistory parking garages behind the nearby Edinburgh Hotel and around the corner from The Osbourne. Rooms are tastefully decorated and include satellite TV, direct dial telephone, adjustable heating, and wardrobes. The Osbourne’s comfortable TV lounge features free wireless Internet and snack vending machines. Also included with the price of the room is a traditional Scottish breakfast served daily, which includes cereal, beans, potato scones, fresh fruit, juice, tea, coffee, and eggs prepared any style.

The Osbourne Hotel

51-59 York Place

Edinburgh, Scotland EH1 3JD

United Kingdom

011-44-131-556-5577

osbourne-hotel.co.uk

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